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MD SB1073
MD SB1073Amendments Convention Called Under Article V of the U.S. Constitution - Delegation to the Convention
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Introduced
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
In Committee
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring the General Assembly to appoint a delegation to an amendments convention called under Article V of the U.S. Constitution and an advisory committee under certain circumstances and in accordance with certain requirements; providing for the membership of the delegation; providing for the qualifications, oath, compensation, and duties of a commissioner to the delegation; establishing the operations of the delegation and the advisory committee; etc.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Maryland General Assembly to appoint a delegation of seven commissioners to represent the state at an amendments convention called under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The commissioners must meet specific eligibility requirements, take an oath, and are subject to recall or removal for violating the instructions provided by the General Assembly. The bill also establishes an advisory committee to monitor the convention and provide guidance to the commissioners. The bill specifies limitations on the commissioners' authority, such as prohibiting them from voting to change the rule of one vote per state or to alter the text of specific constitutional amendments. The bill is set to take effect on June 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 3/1/2024 ) (on 03/01/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB1073?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb1073f.pdf |
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